Audit & Accounts Assistant

Prepare, maintain, and update key financial reports, including consolidated income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements in line with relevant accounting standards.Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting through detailed analysis, reconciliations, and investigation of variances.Coordinate and lead the annual external audit process, along with interim financial reviews.Ensure compliance with statutory tax requirements and manage interactions with UK regulatory bodies.Supervise daily finance operations while promoting adherence to company policies and internal controls.Produce and submit financial information required by lenders, insurers, and other external stakeholders.Establish and refine accounting processes and procedures to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and support automation initiatives.Work closely with commercial and FP&A teams to review performance, monitor trends, and assess budget adherence.Support system and process improvements, including providing financial leadership during ERP implementations.Manage core finance functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, cost accounting, and payroll.Build and develop a capable finance team aligned to support ongoing business expansion.